Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potent pharmacological agent (phosphodiesterase III inhibitor) with anti-platelet effects; virtually no cosmetic safety data and potential drug classification if functional claims made.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cilostamide safe in cosmetics?
Potent pharmacological agent (phosphodiesterase III inhibitor) with anti-platelet effects; virtually no cosmetic safety data and potential drug classification if functional claims made. The EU classifies Cilostamide as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Cilostamide allowed in the EU?
Cilostamide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cilostamide do in cosmetics?
Cilostamide functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68550-75-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cilostamide?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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